Results and Lessons Learned
- Selected Outcomes
- 2006: Impact of diabetes screening reminders for non-adherent members—after 90 days 44% members had at least one test done after the reminder; 23% had all three tests (HbA1c, LDL-C, microalbumin test).
- 2004: Impact of in-office education regarding diabetes disparities and importance of screening—HEDIS® 2005 did not show improvement in LDL testing rates in Medicare Advantage HMO pilot PCP practice sites who received education.
- Selected Lessons Learned
- Engagement of senior management is critical.
- Collaborate, collaborate! Internal and external.
- Network physicians supportive of our efforts.
- Lag time: data analysis, use of data.
- Dedicated resources is critical.
- Limited evidence to guide efforts.
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